Kingdom:
Phylum:
Angiosperms
Order:
Asparagales
Species:
filiforme
ID:
329521

Status:
valid

Authors:
H.Perrier

Source:
wcs

Year:
1951

Citation Micro:
Notul. Syst. (Paris) 14: 138 (1951)

WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000328853

Common Names

  • Tylostigma filiforme
  • Filiforme Tylostigma
  • Tylostigma filiforme var. filiforme

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Description

Tylostigma filiforme (also called 'Thread-like Tylostigma', among many other common names) is a species of flowering plant in the family Rubiaceae. It is native to the southeastern United States, where it is found in a variety of habitats, including forests, grasslands, and disturbed areas.

Uses & Benefits

Tylostigma filiforme is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and parks. It is also used as a medicinal plant and for its edible fruits.

Cultivars, Varieties & Sub-species

Tylostigma filiforme sub. filiforme

Flower, Seeds and Seedlings

The flower of Tylostigma filiforme is a small, white, star-shaped flower with a yellow center. The seed is a small, black, round seed. The seedlings are small, green, and have a single stem.

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Cultivation and Propagation

Tylostigma filiforme is a small shrub native to Australia. It can be propagated from seed or cuttings. It prefers full sun and well-drained soil. Water regularly and fertilize every two weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer.

Where to Find Tylostigma filiforme

Tylostigma filiforme can be found in the Philippines.

Tylostigma filiforme FAQ

What is the scientific name of Tylostigma filiforme?

Tylostigma filiforme

What is the common name of Tylostigma filiforme?

Thread-like Tylostigma

What type of plant is Tylostigma filiforme?

Evergreen shrub

Species in the Orchidaceae family

Aa fiebrigii, Aa hartwegii, Aa hieronymi, Aa leucantha, Aa lorentzii, Aa macra, Aa achalensis, Aa maderoi, Aa mandonii, Aa matthewsii, Aa microtidis, Aa paleacea, Aa argyrolepis, Aa riobambae, Aa rosei, Aa schickendanzii, Aa sphaeroglossa, Aa trilobulata, Aa weddelliana, Aa aurantiaca, Aa calceata, Aa colombiana, Aa denticulata, Aa erosa, Aa figueroi, Aa lozanoi, Aa lehmannii, Acampe carinata, Acampe cephalotes, Acampe ochracea, Acampe pachyglossa, Acampe praemorsa, Acampe joiceyana, Acampe hulae, Acanthophippium bicolor, Acanthophippium chrysoglossum, Acanthophippium curtisii, Acanthophippium eburneum, Acanthophippium gougahense, Acanthophippium javanicum, Acanthophippium lilacinum, Acanthophippium mantinianum, Acanthophippium parviflorum, Acanthophippium pictum, Acanthophippium splendidum, Acanthophippium striatum, Acanthophippium sylhetense, Acanthophippium curtisii, Achlydosa glandulosa, Acianthera aculeata,